Slow & easy things to do on the Garden Route and Klein Karoo - Part 3

Garden Route Horse Trails, George

Garden Route Horse Trails is an unique and well established horse trails company situated in the heart of the Western Cape, offering riders a choice between 2 uniquely beautiful venues to experience and enjoy first hand on horseback. Their trusty steeds can guarantee a ride you and your friends will never forget. They are well trained and can take any riders from many years of riding experience to only seeing horses on movies. Choose between The Map of Africa or Louvain Guest Farm and let the fun begin!

The Map Of Africa, Wilderness

The 'Map of Africa' is an extraordinary viewpoint at Wilderness Heights. The small village of Wilderness is situated approximately 15km from George, driving on the N2 highway towards Knysna. Having traveled this road several times, I can vow it is very likely that you will see paragliders just as you have passed the Kaaimans River Bridge.

The bright and colourful paragliders, soaring against the open blues skies, make a beautiful picture. The Wilderness turn-off to the left takes you to the road that leads to Wilderness Heights. Just follow the road to the T-junction and turn left again.

The Map of Africa is a spectacular scene of mountains and forests. The Wilderness area is known for it’s vast number of rivers, lagoons and natural lakes, and here you get a clear view of the Kaaimans River Valley. It is amazing how the course of the Kaaimans River has the shape of the African continent. What a beautiful sight!

Across the road from the Map of Africa view point, is a popular paragliding launch spot. It overlooks a long stretch of wilderness beaches and from a distance you see the deep blue of the Indian Ocean. The steep heights makes it a great spot for take-off . Groups of people were sitting watching as paragliders take off - some were having a picnic and other were sunbathing in the hot sun.

Blackwater River Tubing, Storms River, Tsisikamma

Tubing the Storms River is the original experience that set the adventure scene in Tsitsikamma some 50 years ago and introduced the Storms River Gorge as one of the first iconic adventure attractions on the Garden Route. The delicate negotiation with this phenomenal river on specialized one-man inflatable river tubes takes you on an unforgettable journey through Tsitsikamma's diverse habitat. 

It is the only Tsitsikamma activity that provides an experience of our pristine forests, rivers and unique coast line all in one extraordinary excursion.

Redberry Farm, George

The Redberry Farm lies at the foot of the Outeniqua mountains just outside of George in the Western Cape. The ideal destination for berry-lovers, fun-seeking families and outdoor enthusiasts. This idyllic farmstead is a commercial strawberry grower and popular family entertainment venue that appeals to visitors of all ages. Experiences on offer include picking your own strawberries, The Giant strawberry and exploring the largest permanent hedge maze in the Southern Hemisphere, a Tea Garden and Farm Stall, the Red Shed Coffee & Berry Bar, a miniature train ride on the Redberry Express, a large outdoor playground, pedal go-carts and pony rides. They also have bumper boats and bubble balls on the dam.

Visitors can experience a taste of paradise with Framboos’s handcrafted ice cream, the Noshery’s wood-fired pizza, Boplaas local Whisky and wine experience and Bounty eatery offering gourmet farm style food with a unique twist.

Quadrant Golf, Mossel Bay

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